R.L. LaFevers
Hardcover | Pages: 344 pages Rating: 3.86 | 7407 Users | 667 Reviews
Describe Containing Books Theodosia and the Serpents of Chaos (Theodosia Throckmorton #1)
| Title | : | Theodosia and the Serpents of Chaos (Theodosia Throckmorton #1) |
| Author | : | R.L. LaFevers |
| Book Format | : | Hardcover |
| Book Edition | : | Anniversary Edition |
| Pages | : | Pages: 344 pages |
| Published | : | April 9th 2007 by Houghton Mifflin |
| Categories | : | Fantasy. Childrens. Middle Grade. Mystery. Historical. Historical Fiction. Young Adult. Fiction |
Explanation Concering Books Theodosia and the Serpents of Chaos (Theodosia Throckmorton #1)
Theodosia Throckmorton has her hands full at the Museum of Legends and Antiquities in London.Her father may be head curator, but it is Theo - and only Theo - who is able to see all the black magic and ancient curses that still cling to the artifacts in the museum. Sneaking behind her father's back, Theo uses old, nearly forgotten Egyptian magic to remove the curses and protect her father and the rest of the museum employees from the ancient, sinister forces lurking in the museum's dark hallways.
When Theo's mother returns from her latest archaeological dig bearing the Heart of Egypt - a legendary amulet belonging to an ancient tomb - Theo learns that it comes inscribed with a curse so black and vile that it threatens to crumble the British Empire from within and start a war too terrible to imagine. Theo will have to call upon everything she's ever learned in order to prevent the rising chaos from destroying her country - and herself.
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| Original Title: | Theodosia and the Serpents of Chaos (Theodosia Throckmorton, #1) |
| ISBN: | 0618756388 (ISBN13: 9780618756384) |
| Edition Language: | English |
| Series: | Theodosia Throckmorton #1 |
| Characters: | Theodosia Elizabeth Throckmorton (protagonist, heroine and adventurer), Henry Throckmorton (younger brother), Henrietta Throckmorton (mother, Egyptologist, Archaeologist and American born), Alistair Throckmorton (father and Head Curator at the Museum of Legends and Antiquities in London), Clive Fagenbush (2nd Assistant Curator, sneaky character), Nigel Bollingsworth (1st Assistant Curator and Theo's crush), Edgar Stilton (3rd Assistant Curator and a sort of human receiver for supernatural activity), Sticky Will (pick-pocket and ally), Lord Wigmere (leader of Brotherhood of the Chosen Keepers, friend), Von Braggenschnot (adversary) |
| Setting: | London, England(United Kingdom) |
| Literary Awards: | Agatha Award Nominee for Best Childrens Young Adult (2007), Iowa Children's Choice Award Nominee (2013) |
Rating Containing Books Theodosia and the Serpents of Chaos (Theodosia Throckmorton #1)
Ratings: 3.86 From 7407 Users | 667 ReviewsAssess Containing Books Theodosia and the Serpents of Chaos (Theodosia Throckmorton #1)
The parents in this book irritated me with their patronizing inattention to their highly clever daughter.- Short review - Theodosia Throckmorton is essentially the female lovechild of Amelia Peabody and Walter Emerson (from the Amelia Peabody novels). Read it. - Long review - Theodosia and the Serpents of Chaos was an absolutely delightful experience. I was drawn to the cover and the premise from the beginning but as all good things which appear too good, I had my doubts. But without stressing too much, I dove into this book and was not disappointed by the journey it took me on!Theodosia, a child
2,5 rounded up
Like Roald Dahl's Matilda before her, Theodosia Throckmorton can't get any respect. At the young age of eleven she already has a formidable knowledge of Egyptian theology and black magic but her parents are too consumed with running their museum of antiquities to notice. Even worse, the elder Throckmortons often unwittingly place themselves in harm's way, forcing Theodosia to rescue them (but always behind the scenes in order to spare their pride.) I think kids will love the many jabs at adults'
I have to admit that I enjoyed this story more than I thought I would. The magic of visiting Egypt and climbing to the top of the pyramid of Cheops really appealed to me. To sail on the ocean in a steamship (not to mention, getting there as a stowaway). To visit Alexandria. To ride on a train to Ciaro and visit a biazzar. To visit an archeological dig in the Valley of Kings. Wonderful!I was a little annoyed with the young girl in the story at first. She seemed a little too much . I quickly grew
Egypt. Magic. Mystery. Museums. Curses and cutthroats. Nazis. Secret societies and stowaways. Did I mention Egypt and mummies?It is fun, engaging, with the promise of more to come, including, hopefully, more explanation regarding Theo's unique abilities.
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